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Laysha
Pronounced LAY-shah /ˈleɪ.ʃɑ/Medium
Meaning: A modern spelling echoing Laisha/Aisha — from Arabic, 'living, alive; prosperous' (also a Hebrew 'woman' sense); routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Laysha is a modern spelling echoing Laisha/Aisha — from Arabic aisha, 'living, alive; prosperous, thriving' (a revered name, that of the Prophet's wife) — with a possible Hebrew 'woman' (ishah) echo (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, modern name, popular among Latino families (said 'LAY-shah'; nickname Lay).
In the U.S. it appears in Latino and Muslim families. Rare, living-and-alive at the (likely) root, and lyrical.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Laysha mean?
Laysha echoes Aisha/Laisha — Arabic 'living, alive; prosperous'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Laysha?
It's said LAY-shah /ˈleɪ.ʃɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Laysha a boy or girl name?
Laysha is a girl's name.
How popular is Laysha?
Laysha is a rare name in the U.S.